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9 Best and Fun Things To Do In Goliad, Texas


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Goliad is a charming city in Texas, well-known for its rich history and diverse collection of historic landmarks. Situated along the San Antonio River, it has much to offer visitors, particularly when it comes to exploring historic sites and monuments.

There are several fascinating monuments and landmarks in Goliad, too, such as the Fannin Memorial Monument and the Zaragoza Birthplace State Historic Site.

Some of the top sites in Goliad include the Presidio La Bahia, a great place to learn about the history of Texas, and the Goliad state Park and Mission Espíritu Santo State Historic Site. There is also the Hanging Tree, which is the perfect place to visit when you’re already visiting the courthouse and town square.

Here’s our list of top things to do in Goliad, Texas

The 9 Most Popular Things To Do In Goliad, Texas

9. Fannin Battleground State Historic Site

4.6 ★★★★★ (134 reviews)

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Location: 734 FM 2506 Victoria TX

Tel:  512 463 7948

Web Address:   http://visitfanninbattleground.com/

8. The Hanging Tree

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

Location: 130 N Courthouse Square Goliad TX

Web Address:   https://loopnet.com/Listing/19949161/144-N-Courthouse-Sq-Goliad-TX/

7. Our Lady of Loreto Chapel

5.0 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

Location: 217 US 183 Hwy Goliad TX

Tel:  361 645 3752

Web Address:   https://presidiolabahia.org/

6. Zaragoza Birthplace State Historic Site

5.0 ★★★★★ (4 reviews)

Location: 108 Park Road 6 Goliad TX

Tel:  361 645 3405

Web Address:   https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/goliad

5. Markethouse Museum

4.7 ★★★★★ (16 reviews)

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Location: 205 S Market Street Goliad TX

Tel:  361 645 8767

Web Address:   https://m.facebook.com/GoliadMarketHouseMuseum

4. Mission Nuestra Senora del Rosario

4.2 ★★★★☆ (30 reviews)

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Location: 1958 5802 US 59 Goliad TX

Web Address:   http://fortwiki.com/Mission_Nuestra_Senora_del_Rosario

3. Mission Espiritu Santo

4.8 ★★★★★ (216 reviews)

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Location: 108 Park Road 6 Goliad TX

Tel:  361 645 3405

Web Address:   http://tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/goliad_and_mission_espiritu_santo/

2. Goliad State Park & Historic Site

4.7 ★★★★★ (960 reviews)

Location: 108 Park Road 6 Goliad TX

Tel:  361 645 3405

Web Address:   http://tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/goliad_and_mission_espiritu_santo/

1. Presidio-La Bahia

4.8 ★★★★★ (979 reviews)

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Location: 217 US 183 Hwy Goliad TX

Tel:  361 645 3752

Web Address:   https://presidiolabahia.org/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Goliad, Texas! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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